Sweet Potato and Apple Soup
Sweet Potato and Apple Soup is a delightful blend of savory and sweet flavors, perfect for cozy evenings or gatherings. This comforting dish combines the earthy sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes with the tartness of apples, creating a rich and creamy soup that is both satisfying and nutritious. With its vibrant color and warm aroma, this soup not only warms you up but also impresses your guests. It’s quick to prepare, versatile, and can easily be customized with your favorite spices or herbs. Serve it as a starter or a hearty main dish alongside crusty bread for an easy weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting and Blending
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 sweet potatoes (quartered)
- 1 large tart apple (peeled and cored)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion (chopped)
- 2 stalks celery (chopped)
- 1 large carrot (chopped)
- 1 bay leaf
- 5 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup coconut milk or plant-based cream
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: crumbled goat cheese or feta
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place sweet potatoes and apple on a greased baking sheet.
- Roast for about 40 minutes until tender. Cool slightly, then peel the sweet potatoes.
- In a soup pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, celery, carrot, and bay leaf; sauté until tender.
- Remove bay leaf and add chicken broth along with roasted sweet potatoes and apple.
- Blend until smooth using an immersible blender.
- Stir in coconut milk or plant-based cream, lemon zest, juice, salt, and pepper. Heat through without boiling.
- Serve garnished with crumbled cheese if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg